Susan Hicks Cooksey

Susan Marie Hicks Cooksey, beloved wife, mother, Gigi, sister, aunt, and friend of Ridgely, Maryland, passed away at the age of 59 on Thursday, April 4, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will forever live on in the hearts of those who love her. Born on July 13, 1964 in Washington, D.C., Susan was the daughter of Joseph Albert Hicks and Margaret Blandford Hicks Stinchcomb. She graduated from LaReine High School in Suitland, MD. Susan's greatest joy in life was her family. She married the love of her life, William “Billy” Cooksey Jr., and together they built a beautiful life. Susan was a devoted mother to her girls, Marissa, Ashlyn, Elizabeth, and Tayler, and she took immense pride in their accomplishments and cherished every moment spent with them. Susan was a Kindergarten Instructional Assistant at Ridgely Elementary School in Ridgely, MD where she loved her students. Her duties extended far beyond the classroom walls as she took the time to listen, to offer words of encouragement, and to celebrate the unique talents and achievements of each child. Susan found joy in simple pleasures. She loved reading and tending to her garden, and cherished the company of her beloved cats and dogs, Butch and River. Music and laughter always brightened her days, and she enjoyed planning celebrations for friends and family. Whether at the beach or by the pool, she savored soaking up the sun's warmth whenever she could. She is survived by her loving husband Billy, her children, Elizabeth Cooksey, Tayler Shinnamon, and husband Mark, Marissa Cooksey, and Ashlyn Clifford, and husband Jimmy, her adored grandsons Canaan Cooksey and Maddox Shinnamon, her favorite niece Kristen Darlington, her siblings, Lynn Townsend, Anne Hicks Windsor, and Michael Hicks, and her mother Margaret Stinchcomb. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Albert Hicks. A memorial visitation will take place on Thursday, April 11, 2024 from 6 - 8 pm at Fellows, Helfenbein & Newnam Funeral Home in Chester, MD. Though Susan may no longer be with us in person, her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved her. May she rest in peace, knowing that she was cherished beyond measure and that her legacy of love will endure.

Susan Hicks Cooksey

July 13, 1964 - April 4, 2024